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BEVA introduces Nurse Committee
Pictured: Marie Rippingale REVN.
New initiative to amplify VN voices on equine issues.

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has announced the introduction of a Nurse Committee to guide BEVA on issues important to veterinary nurses.

Chaired by Marie Rippingale REVN, the committee is made up of nine members, who will ensure that BEVA considers all equine veterinary issues from a nursing perspective. 

Nurse Committee will be highlighted as a new initiative at BEVA Congress, which takes place from 7 – 10 September 2022 at the ACC in Liverpool.

At Congress, members of the Nurse Committee will be in the BEVA Members Lounge on the Friday. This time will be used to talk to equine veterinary nurses in attendance to discover more about the issues affecting them, and their thoughts on topics, in order to prioritise the committee's key focuses. 

Marie Rippingale, Chair of the Equine Nurse Committee, said: “I am delighted that BEVA has put together an Equine Nurses Committee and given equine nurses a voice.

 “This is a fantastic opportunity for us to identify and address current issues, as well as to establish a clear path to push this profession forwards.

“As a committee we are excited to get out and speak to other equine nurses and use the feedback to inform our focus and direction.”

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.